LocatED is an arm’s-length body to the Department for Education and exists to provide expert property advice to the department, schools, multi-academy trusts and other educational bodies.
LocatED helps them solve complex property challenges in their existing estates; secures and disposes of sites at the best market price; manages sites held by the Secretary of State for schools; advances estates efficiency and decarbonisation programmes; provides an expert commercial property consultancy service to the department’s policy areas; and delivers school-led mixed-use developments.
LocatED has a deep understanding of both the commercial property market and the education sector, allowing it to deliver value-for-money to the taxpayer, and create value for the public estate.
Responsibilities
* Provide an independent perspective and assurance, including advice to responsible ministers including the Secretary of State, on the capability of LocatED.
* Provide independent support, guidance and challenge on the progress and implementation of the business plan.
* Scrutinise the performance of the organisation in meeting agreed goals and objectives, and monitor the reporting of performance, including financial targets and efficiency goals.
* Satisfy themselves that governance, and risk management systems are effective and capable of delivering relevant, accurate and timely management and financial information to the board.
* Promote and protect LocatED’s position, values, mission, integrity and reputation.
* Constructively challenge and contribute to the development of strategy and business planning, including involvement in the development of key objectives and targets.
* Ensure that LocatED has proper internal controls, systems and processes in place to safeguard the use of public funds and manage risk.
Location
London
Sectors
Property
Skills
* Business
* Change Management
* Procurement
* Education
Vacancies
Number of vacancies: 2
Time Commitment
25 days per annum
Remuneration
£18,750 per annum
Length of Term
Three years
Essential Criteria
Lead Criteria: Meaningful senior level experience in commercial and/or residential property relating to land acquisitions/sales; asset/property management; and investments/development.
* Experience of improving public buildings, particularly with regards to energy sources and usage.
* Knowledge of governance and assurance requirements in assessing risks and mitigations relating to property.
* Understanding of business finance and accounts, with the ability to scrutinise, analyse and challenge, as necessary.
* Excellent strategic stakeholder management skills, including a demonstrable ability to be an effective ambassador for LocatED.
* Experience of working in a committee structure, offering professional support, insights, knowledge and challenge.
* Skilled in ensuring compliance with Government policy on Managing Public Money and any other official associated guidance or direction.
* Knowledge of the education system and the fragmented nature of the education property market.
Application Process
To apply, all candidates are required to provide:
* A supporting statement
* Equality information
* Information relating to any outside interests or reputational issues
We will ask you to check and confirm your personal details to ensure your application is accurate. You will also have the opportunity to make a reasonable adjustment request or apply under the disability confident scheme before you submit your application.
Applications are welcomed from qualified candidates from any area of the country but the majority of meetings will take place in London. Interviews are expected to be held in central London.
Feedback will only be given to candidates unsuccessful following interview. We cannot accept late applications. Applications will be assessed solely on the documentation provided; Due diligence will be completed up to appointment on all those interviewed.
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